Low Earth orbit is undergoing the fastest expansion in its history. However, the nature of the payload is changing. We are moving past simple “bent-pipe” communication relays — where a
Low Earth orbit is undergoing the fastest expansion in its history. However, the nature of the payload is changing. We are moving past simple “bent-pipe” communication relays — where a
WASHINGTON — NASA plans to test SpaceX’s Starshield satellite network, designed primarily for national security customers, to support operations of the agency’s Deep Space Network. In a Dec. 11 procurement
TAMPA, Fla. — Palo Alto startup Apolink has picked GomSpace to build the radio frequency subsystem for its first relay cubesat, aiming to show how signals can be received from
In this episode of Space Minds, host Mike Gruss sits down with Maj. Gen. Stephen Purdy, one of the U.S. Space Force’s most influential acquisition leaders and recipient
WASHINGTON — Two space companies have collaborated to demonstrate automated close approaches between spacecraft using a single camera as the primary sensor. Starfish Space and Impulse Space announced Dec. 15
SAN FRANCISCO – University of California spinoff MetaSeismic wasn’t focused on space applications when it began using an artificial intelligence platform to create materials to mitigate vibration and shock. But
WASHINGTON — A Rocket Lab Electron rocket successfully launched a technology demonstration satellite for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency on Dec. 13 as the company reshuffles its launch manifest. The
WASHINGTON — SpaceX’s chief financial officer has confirmed the company is considering an initial public offering as soon as next year to raise money for lunar and Mars missions as
WASHINGTON — Intuitive Machines will work with Telespazio on their planned lunar satellite networks to ensure interoperability and improve performance. The companies announced Dec. 11 a strategic cooperation agreement involving
HELSINKI — China is building towards a debut Long March 10 rocket launch in what will be a major test for the country’s crewed lunar landing plans. The Long March






